Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</div>

Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></div>

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At this time, it was done to the best we could do financially. UPDATE: Now that we have been able to review the work, Alan Burns Jr. did not do a good job. We will have to hire someone else. We originally mentioned fours and all the cupboards in the kitchen under the countertop. He was only...
Burns Family Home Contractors, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
I was worried at first how good they would be because the price was lower than I expected but they did a great job. Work was done faster than I expected too!. I would definitely recommend them to anyone for whatever plumbing needs you have. Jeff is a master plumber and it shows.
Struble Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2023
I would highly recommend them! They are very professional, offer great customer service, and their craftsmanship is top-notch. You will not be disappointed with their results. I would highly recommend them!
Chattahoochee Fence Company
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Reviewed in June 2022
Great work, quick clean and efficient.
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I contacted them re: mold &amp; mildew smell in one of our commercial properties. I had an appointment within 24 hrs. they were very professional . Did an inspection and tested very thorough. Great service was very please with their work.
MLB EnviroHealth and Safety
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Reviewed in November 2021
I contacted them late in the day due to a leaking outside pipe. They responded quickly and completed the job even though it was the day before Thanksgiving.
Bluefrog Plumbing and Drain Columbus
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Reviewed in August 2021
Came quickly looked at job. Came back today and completed the job. Took granite counter top out side to cut it so as to not mess up the kitchen.
Dependable Drywall and Tile
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Reviewed in June 2016
Belinda and Wayne are the most professional people I have met in a long time when it comes to professionalism, promptness & customer service. My statement supports the fact of me having been an employer for over 10,000 employees/customers in Morale, Welfare and Recreation business. The bottom...
Napier's Pool Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2015
My husband and I have utilized this company twice. The first time was when we bought a piece of property that we were planning to buld on. The survey and perc test had already been done by the company when we bought the land but all of the documents were thorough and they were courteous when...
McBride & Maxey, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2015
BioSweep called immediately and proceeded to address any issues I had in my home. I was extremely impressed with the promptness, professionalism, and the detail of the report presented to us at the end of the testing. I would highly recommend BioSweep to anyone that needs the air quality...
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No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

When learning how to test for asbestos in a popcorn ceiling, you have an option for a DIY job or to hire a professional tester. You can purchase a kit at a hardware store and use personal protective equipment while doing the test. If you don’t want to risk any potential exposure to asbestos, hire a professional asbestos testing company instead.

Common areas include insulation, flooring, ceilings, and siding in older buildings. Professionals identify potential risks.

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